1986 Audi 200 vs. 1976 Cadillac Seville

To start off, 1986 Audi 200 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Cadillac Seville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Cadillac Seville would be higher. At 5,734 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Cadillac Seville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Audi 200 (180 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1976 Cadillac Seville. (177 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Audi 200 should accelerate faster than 1976 Cadillac Seville. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 420 kg more than 1986 Audi 200.

Because 1976 Cadillac Seville is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1976 Cadillac Seville. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 Audi 200, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1976 Cadillac Seville (372 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Audi 200. (252 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1976 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Audi 200. 1976 Cadillac Seville has automatic transmission and 1986 Audi 200 has manual transmission. 1986 Audi 200 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1976 Cadillac Seville will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1986 Audi 200 1976 Cadillac Seville
Make Audi Cadillac
Model 200 Seville
Year Released 1986 1976
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2144 cc 5734 cc
Engine Cylinders 5 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 180 HP 177 HP
Engine RPM 5700 RPM 4400 RPM
Torque 252 Nm 372 Nm
Torque RPM 3600 RPM 2000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 79.6 mm 103 mm
Engine Stroke Size 86.4 mm 86 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1480 kg 1900 kg
Vehicle Length 4800 mm 5190 mm
Vehicle Width 1820 mm 1830 mm
Vehicle Height 1430 mm 1400 mm
Wheelbase Size 2690 mm 2910 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 58 L 79 L


 

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